I recently received the following e-mail from a reader: Since my kids have been born, I’ve only ever gone to WDW with them in tow. Next week my husband and I will be spending ONE day alone in the parks to celebrate our 11th anniversary. We already have dinner reservations at the Poly to watch the fireworks from there. What would you suggest that we do in the rest of the time that we have to make the most of our “adult only” day?
Grand Marnier Slush in Epcot, December 2007
I have a few ideas, and I’d also like to lob it out to the peanut gallery.
As you all know, I’m a solo princess ;) However, I have a few ideas about things I like to do in an “adult time.” My first suggestion would be that she and her DH check out any attractions that her kids might not be into-Expedition Everest springs to mind. Secondly, in my book nothing says “adult” like walking around World Showcase (if you wanted to toss in a little “fun,” I’d take the monorail either to or from the Poly there). You could explore stuff you can’t do as easily with kids-the fountains in Italy, the decor of the UK, the gardens in Canada. If Off-Kilter is playing, they’re really good, and often do songs you may enjoy, such as Summer of 69. You could then stop for a Grand Marnier slush :). From there, I’d head onto Jellyrolls. Incidentally, I recent learned via my brother that Jellyrolls is now non-smoking, which makes for a nicer atmosphere. The beer is cheap, the popcorn is free and keeps on coming, and you can enjoy anything from singing along to requesting a song (with tip) to just sitting there and enjoying a little non quite so pixie-dusty fun. If Epcot and Jellyrolls doesn’t appeal to you, I’d head over to Downtown Disney. Do some grown-up shopping at Tren-D, check out some Disney Dooneys, go up in Characters in Flight. Then, head over to Paradiso 37 or Raglan Road for entertainment and drinks.
Now, two of my brothers and their wives have their own night out at WDW traditions. For the night where all adults go out, and the kids are at the kids club, they have their own traditions. They usually eat at a restaurant in DTD. From there, they walk around and window shop in DTD. One of my brothers was fond of buying CD’s at the Virgin Megastore-while obviously you can’t do that now, the idea of doing some activity such as that kids free (Basin? Ridemakerz?). They then concluded their night out at Jellyrolls, and entertained themselves making interesting song suggestions (one brother may or may not have request Metallica-he got his dollar back).
ETA: Thanks to lissacam, I have the suggestion of a tour-these are awesome. I’d check out one that fits your interests (a Keys to the Kingdom tour before dinner? Wild by design first thing in the morning?) I did the Yuletide Fantasy tour and loved it.
How about you? Do you have any ideas? Tweet me or leave a comment!
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11 responses so far ↓
1 Tricia // May 21, 2010 at 7:23 am
Grand Marnier Slush? I’ve never heard of such a thing! How have I been missing these?? Where do I find it?
I’ve never been to Jellyrolls. I guess I’ve never spent any time at the Boardwalk come to think of it.
Clearly, I spend too much of my time in WDW with CHILDREN!
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2 lissacam // May 21, 2010 at 7:24 am
We are always kidless, so here are some of our favorite things.
World Showcase with wine tastings
At Cali Grill, they have a back room (Wine Room?) that usually has no kids seated there. We like to make a late ADR and get there early to get drinks and watch Wishes, then eat.
A romantic ride on the boats at DTD.
Couples massages!
Take a tour.
At AKL, you can sit by the fire outside at night and watch the animals – great atmosphere and surprisingly few people outside then.
3 Brian // May 21, 2010 at 9:59 am
Hey,
If you’re willing to spend the money, La Nouba is a good option… It may be too much for young kids to sit quietly through the whole show, but it’s great. I’m planning on spending a night on my last trip that includes watching the sunset from our table at California Grill and then heading over and catching the late show. Keep up the good work. I love what you’re doing!
4 Hedy // May 21, 2010 at 10:27 am
Yeah, my brother and DSIL are big Cali Grill fans, but as she has the ADR for the Poly, I figured it was a moot point. La Nouba is a great idea, though!
5 Hedy // May 21, 2010 at 11:26 am
The Grand Marnier slushy and a Grey Goose lemonade are located at the kiosk with crepes in France.
6 Hedy // May 21, 2010 at 2:49 pm
Ooh, I like the boat idea.
7 Bruce // May 22, 2010 at 5:38 am
Hey,
If you’re willing to spend the money, La Nouba is a good option… It may be too much for young kids to sit quietly through the whole show, but it’s great. I’m planning on spending a night on my last trip that includes watching the sunset from our table at California Grill and then heading over and catching the late show. Keep up the good work. I love what you’re doing!
8 Matt // May 22, 2010 at 10:49 pm
Dinner at California Grill, followed by an evening at the Adventurer’s Club, those were the days!
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10 Hedy // May 23, 2010 at 10:17 am
Sigh, isn’t that the truth Matt. Raglan Road and Paradiso 37 seem so dull compared to the Adventurer’s Club.
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